2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
